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Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs in July. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted.

Breast Cancer Support Group - Monday, July 6 –2 at 4 p.m., Hospital, 7-East Family Room. This support group is free and open to all breast cancer patients and their families. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1704.

Managing Your Diabetes Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, July 7, 8 and 9 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This educational program is designed to help you with diabetes self-management. You will learn, “What is diabetes?” Other topics include the importance of controlling your blood sugars, diabetes medications, lifestyle changes, meal planning and methods to reduce your risk of complications. The program is three consecutive days with either morning or evening classes available each month. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start date of class by calling 724-258-1483.

Suicide Bereavement Support Group - Mondays, July 13 and 27 at 6 p.m., ECC. This support group is a four-month program that meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month. A new series began in June but those in need can join at any time. This program is led by a licensed psychologist and is free and open to all those touched by suicide. Registration is required by calling 724-268-1144.

Better Breathers Club - Tuesday, July 14 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. Phoebe DiBello, MVH executive chef, and Michele Pfarr, MVH manager clinical nutrition services, will discuss healthy diets for people with breathing issues. This club is free and open to all adults and their families, friends or caregivers who want to learn or share information about living well with breathing issues. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 724-258-1932.

Alzheimer’s Support Group - Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m., ECC. This free support group meets the second Tuesday of each month. It is designed to help the family members, friends and caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Attendees discuss the challenges of coping with this disorder as well as techniques for managing stress and methods of encouraging social engagement. Reservations are requested by calling 724-258-1333.

Innovations in Medicine: Knee Pain - Wednesday, July 15 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Scott L. Baron, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, will discuss non-surgical and surgical interventions used when treating knee conditions. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call 724-258-1333.

Advanced Carbohydrate Counting - Wednesday, July 15 from 9 - 11 a.m., ECC. This program is a diabetes self-management class designed to educate you on how to count carbohydrate content of food to improve blood sugar control. Topics include how to track effects of carbohydrates and blood sugar, your glycemic index and how to read food nutrition labels. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start date of class by calling 724-258-1483.

Ostomy Support Group - Thursday, July 16 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. This support group is free and open to all persons with ostomies and their families and friends. The group meets the third Thursday of every other month. For more information, call 724-258-1773.

Cancer Support Group - Monday, July 20 at 6 p.m., ECC. This support group is free and open to all cancer patients and their families. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, email leicher@monvalleyhospital.com or call 724-258-1475.

Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, July 21, 22 and 23 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This educational program is designed to help you with diabetes self-management. You will learn, “What is diabetes?” Other topics include the importance of controlling your blood sugars, diabetes medications, lifestyle changes, meal planning and methods to reduce your risk of complications. The program is three consecutive days with either morning or evening classes available each month. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start date of class by calling 724-258-1483.

Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group - Wednesday, July 22 from 1 – 3 p.m., ECC. The Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group is free and open to all persons with arthritis, fibromyalgia or related illnesses. Family members are welcome. For more information, call 724-258-1321.

AARP Driver Safety Refresher Course - Friday, July 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. The nation's first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. It is intended to help improve skills while teaching accident and traffic violation avoidance. Some insurance companies offer discounts for course completion. The cost is $15 per person for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 724-258-1333.

Adult CPR Instruction - Tuesday, July 28 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center (VHSTC). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.

Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For You? - Tuesday, July 28 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, room 120. Bariatric surgery is an option for people wanting to lose 100 pounds or more. This free informational session is designed to give those individuals struggling with weight loss the facts to choose their best option. To learn if you are a candidate for this surgery, join Hiram Gonzalez, M.D., as he discusses this topic in detail. To register, call 724-258-1333.

Stroke Support Group - Thursday, July 30 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. The Stroke Support Group is designed for patients and caregivers to share, learn and grow with people who can personally relate to the daily challenges and struggles they face dealing with strokes and the after-effects. The group meets the last Thursday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1455.

Public First-Aid Instruction - Thursday, July 30 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. Adult first aid classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center (VHSTC). The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling

724-684-9536.

Talk With a Doc: Repair of Shoulder Injuries - Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Richard Mitchell, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, will present a free program to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder injuries. Light refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call 724-258-1333.

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